ÁLEX MÁRQUEZ READY FOR QATAR CURTAIN-RAISER

The 2022 MotoGP World Championship gets underway on Friday and LCR Honda CASTROL rider Álex Márquez is in upbeat mood ahead of what is the longest-ever premier class season with 21 races. Starting his second year in LCR colours, the Spaniard saw some encouraging results in pre-season which he will now look to translate on to the track at the opening round in Qatar.

Álex looked comfortable on the new 2022 Honda prototype at Sepang and Mandalika, showing encouraging rhythm and pace at both testing sessions. While there is still plenty more to understand and develop on the bike, he is confident of being competitive in the traditional night race at the Losail International Circuit on Sunday.